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Melez Tea is for the dreamers and adventurers, for those seeking new experiences, the ones that aren’t satisfied with the norm and always want to get the most out of each moment.

At melez, we believe in the numerous powers of tea whether it is to soothe your soul, brighten your winter mornings, inspire you to dream or bring people, cultures and ideas together.

Melez was founded in 2015 by Tea Sommelier, Liliana Lopez and Emre Aslanoba with the concept of offering lifestyle teas. we offer a collection of artisanal teas that have been handcrafted to fit your unique lifestyle. whether you are looking for a Saturday morning revitalizer with our Balance Tea, a boost before your morning meeting with our Wake Up Tea or a pick me up after a long day with our Happy Tea, our teas & tisanes are designed with your happiness & wellbeing in mind.

Melez was inspired by the restless, chaotic and mesmerizing city of Istanbul, a blend of east & west, past & present, bitter & sweet. In Turkey, melez means ‘mestizo’ or ‘mixed’ and that is what we’re all about, mixing cultures, premium ingredients and high quality loose leaf teas from around the world to offer you delicious & nutritious blends for your wellbeing & happiness.

Discover our Collection of Lifestyle Teas or start your journey into the wonderful world of tea with our premium subscription service, click here to learn more.

It’s the feeling you long for all year, that never-ending summer.

Sand and Blue is a collective of summer lovers who all share the same thought: Why not feel the joy of summer for as long as you possibly can?

Our beach lifestyle clothes are designed and made in an odyssey between New York and Istanbul. Just like your travels across the globe, our materials are hand-picked from around the world.

Our priority is to help you make the most of your summer. That’s why we focus on finding the perfect balance of simple designs with authentic details, intriguing textures, exotic patterns and sophisticated fabrics — everything comes together with our basic forms to deliver you true Sand&Blue summer style.

Combining the dual joys of fresh summer air and feminine style, we help you keep your city style all the way to the beach and back. So little is required in an ever-lasting summer, just a few pieces is all it takes to get out the door. Make every piece count.

At Sand and Blue we are in constant search of new stories and new sources of inspiration. Here, we’ll bring you unique flavors, tunes and looks so that you can make your next summer story a great one.

We know that you have your next destination in mind. A new place to discover, good friends to see, the summer sun to soak in. Just remember that your city style doesn’t have to wait for night. We’ll help you stay true, even in the most memorable moments of summer.